Volvo Cars Stakes its Claim in the Premium Sedan Segment with the Long-awaited S90

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Dec. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

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    Equipped with a host of new technologies ranging from cutting edge safety

to cloud-based apps and services, the S90 is further proof of the Swedish

brand's continuing transformation.

    "With the launch of the XC90 we made a clear statement of intent. We are

now clearly and firmly in the game. With $11 USD billion of investment over the

past five years we have not only reimagined what Volvo Cars can be - we are now

delivering on our promise of a resurgent and relevant Volvo Cars brand," said

Hakan Samuelsson, President & CEO, Volvo Car Group.

    The new Volvo S90 comes equipped with an advanced semi-autonomous drive

feature, Pilot Assist. The system gives gentle steering inputs to keep the car

properly aligned within lane markings up to motorway speeds of around 130 km/h

and no longer needs to follow another car. Pilot Assist is another step towards

full autonomous drive - a key innovation area for Volvo.

    The S90 will also come with a clean and powerful T8 Twin Engine plug-in

hybrid powertrain and one of the most luxuriously appointed interiors and

connected infotainment systems in the large sedan segment.

    "Our idea was to bring something entirely new to this rather conservative

segment and deliver a visual expression that exudes leadership and confidence

on the exterior. On the inside we have taken the S90 to the next level,

delivering a high-end luxury experience that promises comfort and control,"

said Thomas Ingenlath, Senior Vice President Design at Volvo Car Group.

    The S90 also introduces a world first function to City Safety - large

animal detection - a system capable of detecting large animals such as elk,

horses or moose, night or day. The technology offers an intuitive warning and

brake support to help avoid a collision. The S90 has also benefitted from Volvo

Cars' recent investment in a highly advanced chassis simulator.

    "The S90 has taken a big stride forwards in terms of driving dynamics,

performance and ride. We have completely redesigned the Volvo driving

experience from the ground up to deliver a sense of precision, engaging control

and comfort," said Dr Peter Mertens, Senior Vice President, Research &

Development at Volvo Car Group.

    The S90 is set to be publically unveiled at the NAIAS in Detroit.

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international car range. Described features might be optional. Vehicle

specifications may vary from one country to another and may be altered without

prior notification.

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     Stefan Elfstrom

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     Volvo Car Corporation

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SOURCE: Volvo Car Group